Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsCausesNipple Shapes and SizesTreatmentComplicationsDiagnosisWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Causes Nipple Shapes and Sizes Treatment Complications Diagnosis When to See a Provider Nipples that point inward or lie flat against theareolaare called inverted or retracted nipples. Inverted nipples affect women and men and are eithercongenital(present at birth) or acquired. Although inverted nipples are usually harmless, they can be related to serious health conditions in some cases....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Low Libido?Other Low Libido SymptomsCausesDiagnosisRelated ConditionsTreatmentsLifestyle and Home Remedies for Low LibidoCopingHow to Talk to Your Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Low Libido? Other Low Libido Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Related Conditions Treatments Lifestyle and Home Remedies for Low Libido Coping How to Talk to Your Healthcare Provider It’s normal for women’s libido, or sex drive, to fluctuate across time, especially because of major life changes or stress....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Maitake Mushroom?NutritionBenefitsHow to UseSafety Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Maitake Mushroom? Nutrition Benefits How to Use Safety Maitake(Grifola frondosa) is an edible medicinal mushroom and a member of theGrifolaceaefamily andPolyporalesorder. It is native to northeastern Japan and parts of Asia but also grows in North America and Europe. Initially used in Japan, maitake mushrooms have been used in traditional medicine for centuries and have gained popularity in the Western world....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Male Orgasm?Phases of OrgasmMultiple OrgasmsOrgasm DisordersTreatmentHow to Have a Better Orgasm Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Male Orgasm? Phases of Orgasm Multiple Orgasms Orgasm Disorders Treatment How to Have a Better Orgasm The male orgasm, also known as the male climax, is a complex physiological and psychological response to sexual excitement that often, but not always, ends withejaculation(the discharge ofsemenfrom thepenis)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsComplicationsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Complications Diagnosis Treatment This article discusses mastoiditis—symptoms, complications, diagnosis, and treatment options. simarik / Getty Images What Causes Mastoiditis? Mastoiditis can be acute (lasting less than one month) or chronic (lasting for months or years). Chronic mastoiditis causes persistent ear drainage and often occurs from a ruptured eardrum. Can Mastoiditis Develop Without an Ear Infection?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMelanoma MolesEarly Stage TreatmentOther Treatment OptionsPreventionCan Diet Prevent Melanoma?Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Melanoma Moles Early Stage Treatment Other Treatment Options Prevention Can Diet Prevent Melanoma? Outlook Melanomais a cancer of the skin’s pigment-producing cells known as the melanocytes. While it is not as common as other forms of skin cancer, it is the most dangerous. It can spread quickly to other organs if not detected early enough....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConnectionSymptoms Affecting SleepSleep IssuesMenopause Stages and SleepTreatmentHow to Sleep Better Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Connection Symptoms Affecting Sleep Sleep Issues Menopause Stages and Sleep Treatment How to Sleep Better This article is part ofHealth Divide: Menopause and Black Women, a destination in our Health Divide series. Menopausal symptoms can affect sleep at various stages of menopause.Menopause, sometimes called the “change of life,” causes hot flashes and mood swings....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat HappensCausesMost Likely CauseSymptomsDiagnosisTreatmentSelf-CareFoodsPreventionPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Happens Causes Most Likely Cause Symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Self-Care Foods Prevention Prognosis Metabolic acidosis can be mild, severe, or even fatal, depending on the underlying cause. Treatments also vary and may involve nutritional approaches, medications, intensive care interventions, or some combination. This article delves into metabolic acidosis’s biology, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesAre They Cancerous?Mouth Ulcer vs. Cold SoreDiagnosisFinding ReliefTreatmentsOutlookPreventionSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Are They Cancerous? Mouth Ulcer vs. Cold Sore Diagnosis Finding Relief Treatments Outlook Prevention Seeking Medical Care Canker sores are common, with about 20% of people experiencing them regularly. They can happen at any age but typically begin appearing between 10 and 20. epifan_vn / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhere Are Nitrates Found?BenefitsRisksMinimizing RisksFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Where Are Nitrates Found? Benefits Risks Minimizing Risks Frequently Asked Questions Nitrates and nitritesare found in chemicals likesodiumnitrate andpotassiumnitrate. These are used as preservatives, preventing harmful bacterial growth in certain foods like bacon and other cured meats. Nitrates occur naturally in plants and can have cardiovascular (heart) health benefits. Dietary nitrate is absorbed in thegastrointestinal (GI) tractand much of it is excreted in the urine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Is Oregano Used?5 Health BenefitsOregano NutritionWho Should Avoid Oregano? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Is Oregano Used? 5 Health Benefits Oregano Nutrition Who Should Avoid Oregano? Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is a robust herb with a pungent aroma and many health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It is available dry, fresh, or extracted as oil. It is commonly known for its use in Italian and Greek cuisine....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Osteoporosis?Your Osteoporosis RiskHow to Prevent OsteoporosisFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Osteoporosis? Your Osteoporosis Risk How to Prevent Osteoporosis Frequently Asked Questions You can’t change your age or genetics, but you can make some dietary and lifestyle adjustments to lower your risk ofosteoporosis. This article will discuss osteoporosis prevention,treatments, and more. Thomas Barwick / Getty Images...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It Affects YouCausesDiagnosisHow It Goes AwayTreatmentPreventionSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Affects You Causes Diagnosis How It Goes Away Treatment Prevention Seeking Medical Care Parotitisis inflammation of theparotid glands—located on both sides of the head, in front of the ears. These structures are one of several types ofsalivary glandsin the face that provide saliva to the mouth....